Parish Positions
St. Patrick Parish Reverend Richard Pentello
313 North DePeyster Street School K – 8
Kent. Ohio 44240 Parish size: Large
rpentello@youngstowndiocese.org
330 673-5849
An experienced Pastoral Minister is invited to join the Parish staff of St. Patrick Community to respond to a variety of pastoral, liturgical, and catechetical needs. The person selected will direct the RCIA process, lead Bible study and other adult faith formation opportunities for the parish, and parents whose children are preparing for sacraments. Coordination of homebound and hospital visitation, as well as new parishioner welcome are also included. This position is available now or as negotiated, and 32 hours each week.
313 North DePeyster Street School K – 8
Kent. Ohio 44240 Parish size: Large
rpentello@youngstowndiocese.org
330 673-5849
An experienced Pastoral Minister is invited to join the Parish staff of St. Patrick Community to respond to a variety of pastoral, liturgical, and catechetical needs. The person selected will direct the RCIA process, lead Bible study and other adult faith formation opportunities for the parish, and parents whose children are preparing for sacraments. Coordination of homebound and hospital visitation, as well as new parishioner welcome are also included. This position is available now or as negotiated, and 32 hours each week.
University Parish Newman Center, 1424 Horning Rd., Kent, OH 44240. Phone: 330 678-0240, FAX 330 678-7780. sagostino@youngstowndiocese.org
A part-time Office Manager position (18 flexible hours per week – no benefits) is available at University Parish Newman Center in Kent Ohio. Duties include assisting the pastor with clerical and sacramental duties, overseeing the management of the parish office, and assisting the Director of Religious Education and Campus Minister with various duties. Qualifications include high school diploma or equivalent, strong computer skills (Quick Books, Word, Excel) and basic knowledge of both Mac and Microsoft systems. Strong interpersonal skills and familiarity with Catholicism are essential, as well as a spirit of Christian hospitality. Starting pay is $13.00 per hour with a 90-day review.
A part-time Office Manager position (18 flexible hours per week – no benefits) is available at University Parish Newman Center in Kent Ohio. Duties include assisting the pastor with clerical and sacramental duties, overseeing the management of the parish office, and assisting the Director of Religious Education and Campus Minister with various duties. Qualifications include high school diploma or equivalent, strong computer skills (Quick Books, Word, Excel) and basic knowledge of both Mac and Microsoft systems. Strong interpersonal skills and familiarity with Catholicism are essential, as well as a spirit of Christian hospitality. Starting pay is $13.00 per hour with a 90-day review.
St. Jude Parish, Columbiana, 180 7th St. Columbiana, OH 44408, ololstj.org
is seeking a part-time Director of Music/Organist.
Duties: Saturday 4 PM Mass, Sunday 11:30 AM Mass, holy day Masses, additional liturgies/services on occasion, weekly music selection plans, weekly choir/cantor rehearsal, weekly CCD student rehearsal, first right of refusal: funerals and weddings.
Please forward résumé to Fr. Cicero at frcicero.ololstj@gmail.com
is seeking a part-time Director of Music/Organist.
Duties: Saturday 4 PM Mass, Sunday 11:30 AM Mass, holy day Masses, additional liturgies/services on occasion, weekly music selection plans, weekly choir/cantor rehearsal, weekly CCD student rehearsal, first right of refusal: funerals and weddings.
Please forward résumé to Fr. Cicero at frcicero.ololstj@gmail.com
Outside the Diocese
Retreat Center Assistant Executive Director
VILLA MARIA EDUCATION AND SPIRITUALITY CENTER, Villa Maria, PA
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center (VMESC), a thriving retreat center in Villa Maria Pa. and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, is seeking a full-time Retreat Center Assistant Executive Director. This person will serve on the ministry team of the center and will work collaboratively with the President/CEO in nurturing the growth and development of VMESC by helping to design and implement a variety of spiritual and educational programs, scheduling and welcoming hosted groups, overseeing youth programs and coordinating hospitality for all VMESC guests. A commitment to faith-based ministry is required as well as executive leadership qualities and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment. Educational Credentials: Bachelor’s degree required (areas might be theology, ethics, ministry or related disciplines); Master’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent experience and/or education. Job description available upon request. Resumes should be sent to Sr. Jane Marie Kudlacz, HM at jmkudlacz@humilityofmary.org. For more information contact 724-964-8920, X3267.
VILLA MARIA EDUCATION AND SPIRITUALITY CENTER, Villa Maria, PA
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center (VMESC), a thriving retreat center in Villa Maria Pa. and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, is seeking a full-time Retreat Center Assistant Executive Director. This person will serve on the ministry team of the center and will work collaboratively with the President/CEO in nurturing the growth and development of VMESC by helping to design and implement a variety of spiritual and educational programs, scheduling and welcoming hosted groups, overseeing youth programs and coordinating hospitality for all VMESC guests. A commitment to faith-based ministry is required as well as executive leadership qualities and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment. Educational Credentials: Bachelor’s degree required (areas might be theology, ethics, ministry or related disciplines); Master’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent experience and/or education. Job description available upon request. Resumes should be sent to Sr. Jane Marie Kudlacz, HM at jmkudlacz@humilityofmary.org. For more information contact 724-964-8920, X3267.
Guidelines for Application
FOR DIOCESE OF YOUNGSTOWN MINISTRY POSITIONS
Listed above are the positions available in the Diocese of Youngstown for Ministry Year 2019-2020. Persons currently employed as a Parish Minister in the Diocese of Youngstown may send a cover letter and a resume directly to the pastor, but are asked to notify Barbara Walko, Diocesan Director of Religious Education, of any applications. Consultation services are also available from the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Cindee Case, for Youth and Young Adult Ministry positions.
Interested persons not currently employed in a parish of the Diocese of Youngstown are asked to:
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARISH MINISTERS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Parish Pastoral Associates, Directors of Youth Ministry, Parish Directors of Religious Education
A Master’s Degree with one of the following variations:
Parish Pastoral Ministers, Coordinators of Youth Ministry and Parish Coordinators of Religious Education
A Bachelor’s degree with one of the following variations:
Interested persons not currently employed in a parish of the Diocese of Youngstown are asked to:
- Submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts and references to the Diocesan Director of Religious Education to initiate selection and to receive information regarding positions available.
- Set an appointment with the Diocesan Director of Religious Education or the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for orientation to diocesan guidelines for certification and employment procedures.
- Send a letter of interest and resume directly to parishes and notify Barbara Walko of any application.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARISH MINISTERS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Parish Pastoral Associates, Directors of Youth Ministry, Parish Directors of Religious Education
A Master’s Degree with one of the following variations:
- MA/MS in theology, catechetics, youth ministry, pastoral ministry, religious studies, or another related theological area, plus: Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the MA): administration, supervision, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- MA/MS in Education or Education Administration, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in catechetics and theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, liturgy, sacraments, systematics, morality).
- MA/MS in unrelated field. Twenty-four (24) semester credits in catechetics and theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, liturgy, sacraments, systematics, morality). Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the MA): administration, supervision, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- A person with a Bachelor’s Degree who does not as yet meet this standard can be hired with a one year certificate and a plan of study agreed upon by the parish staff person and the pastor.
Parish Pastoral Ministers, Coordinators of Youth Ministry and Parish Coordinators of Religious Education
A Bachelor’s degree with one of the following variations:
- BA in theology, catechetics, youth ministry, pastoral ministry, religious studies or another related theological area, plus: Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following area (if not represented in the BA): administration, catechetical methods, pastoral ministry, or youth ministry.
- BA/BS in Education, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in catechetics and theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, liturgy, sacraments, systematics, morality).
- BA/BS in unrelated field, plus: Twenty-four (24) semester credits in catechetics and theology (Old and New Testament Scriptures, liturgy, sacraments, systematics, morality). Six (6) credits or 60 hours of diocesan sponsored in-service in the following areas (if not represented in the BA): administration, pastoral ministry, catechetical methods, or youth ministry.
- A person working toward a Bachelor’s degree who does not yet meet this standard may be hired with a one year Certificate and a plan of study agreed upon by the parish staff person and the pastor.